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Winter Term Internships: Deadlines extended to Oct. 21!

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The Christian Science Monitor.

Green Chemistry Program.

Democracy for America.

Ah, you ask, what could these three things possibly have  in common?

They are all offering winter term internships for Middlebury students! (The Christian Science Monitor has also probably written about both the Green Chemistry Program and Democracy for America, but that’s beside the point).

So riddle me this: what do the New England Review, Roots for Health and Senator Patrick Leahy have in common?

Check out these awesome winter-term internships and more on MOJO. Apply today!

The Government goes GREEN

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Green beans, green thumbs, and green frogs, what do they all have in common? Well, they are green, and the government is trying to do the same thing. Isn’t that just super duper?! I know it is. And if you so kindly agree then I suggest that you take a gander at the Careers in the Common Good blog to find out more information about Annenberg Speaker Ashley King who is coming to Middlebury College for three public events to talk about her experience as an environmental scientist working to promote climate protection policy, alternative markets and energy efficiency through the EPA and abroad.

Go to http://sites.middlebury.edu/middccg/ to get more information! Yahooooooo!

Internship with the Department of Defense

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Have you ever dreamed about working on intelligence missions for the military?

Do you have a burning desire to develop a layered defense against ballistic missiles?

Or perhaps the idea of protecting The Pentagon piques your interest?

Well, then unless you’ve spent all winter making your guns a potential national security threat, by all means APPLY FOR AN INTERNSHIP WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE!

The Department of Defense (DOD) Centralized Summer Intern Program is a paid internship that will promote experiential training opportunities to student interns in the DOD. The goal of the program is to integrate academic theory with workplace experience that may serve as a pipeline to the student employment programs and entry-level employment opportunities within DOD– that means help you get an in to get a job in the future!

Requirements:

•     You must be a U.S. citizen.
•     You must be enrolled in a two- or four-year accredited institution of higher education.
•     You must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 point scale.

Salary:  Weekly Stipend

Location:  Washington, D.C.

Closing Date:  Rolling Application

Contact Information:  Tina James

Email:  tina.james@cpms.osd.mil

Phone:  (703) 696-5606

Applications now being accepted for U.S. Department of State 2010 Summer Clerical Program

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Get acquainted with the challenges and opportunities at the U.S. Department of State through our Summer Clerical Program.

Why do we offer this program? The reasons are twofold. First, it allows us to get you interested in a career with us. It also helps us to relieve staffing shortage when our employees are away on summer vacation. It’s a win-win situation for everyone.

Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is January 4, 2010.

To qualify for a Summer Clerical position, you must be:

  • a U.S. citizen, age 16 or older at time of appointment.
  • be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.,) seeking student.
  • taking at least half-time academic/vocational/or technical course load in an accredited high school, technical or vocational school, 2-year or 4 year college or university, graduate or professional school.
  • able to complete a background investigation to determine eligibility for a security clearance.

See MOJO for application instructions.

Internship Winter Term Workshop Opportunity!

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This J-term I will be hosting a weekly workshop opportunity for Middlebury students who are interested in learning more about how to get a government internship.  The workshop is FREE!  I would love to have any and everyone interested.  Sign up in McCullough starting Monday at 9 am!

GOVERNMENT GUIDANCE

Interested in finding a federal internship or job?  Stop in to learn about what federal agencies could interest you!  This series of workshops will review how to find jobs and internships as well as how to write and review federal resumes.  We will also learn strategies for answering KSAs essay questions and will help you learn how to make yourself marketable.

MEETING:                          Mondays                       7:00 – 8:00pm

LOCATION:                        Chateau 107

INSTRUCTOR:                   Elise Hanks ’11            Cost:  No Charge

Summer in the City: DC Internship Spotlight

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Call to ServeThe idea of a summer internship in Washington, D.C. appeals to many young professionals and undergraduates.  The city sizzles in the summertime heat and is certainly a hotbed of activity and ideas.  Our nation’s capitol houses not only over 150 government agencies and scores of non-profits, it also hosts some of America’s most prestigious intern programs for students.  With all of the opportunities, it can be overwhelming to determine where one might find success or even where to begin the search for a summer internship. Allow me to help you out.

A summer in D.C. is not just for those who have a pension for politics or an itch for international relations.  Each federal agency has numerous offices that are looking for interns.  One could work for a legal team or a policy and planning office; internships in communications or editing are available, too.  Data manipulation and statistical analysis are a part of most every agency as well.  Many federal departments have employees who are looking for help with grant writing and proposals as well as research projects.  Some agencies are especially interested in foreign affairs and relations and are looking for interns interested in languages and different cultures.

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Job Opportunity: Interested in Legal and Environmental Work?

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Call to Serve

WHAT: The U.S. Department of Justice, Environment and Natural Resources Division (ENRD) is currently hiring paralegals for their 2010 Honors Paralegal Intern Program.

WHO: ENRD is looking to hire paralegals who:

  • are 2009/2010 college graduates,
    • have an overall GPA of at least a 3.0,
    • are organized, analytical, have strong research and writing skills
    • can work both independently and collaboratively,
    • can start on or about July 19, 2010.

    **U.S. Citizenship, security clearance and drug test are required.

    WHERE: Positions will be located in Washington, D.C. and Denver.

    ABOUT Environment and Natural Resources Division (ENRD)

    ENRD is the largest environmental law firm in the country and has represented virtually every federal agency in courts nationwide. ENRD has primary responsibility for litigation on behalf of the United States regarding:

    • Prevention and Clean Up of Pollution
    • Wildlife Protection
    • Environmental Challenges to Federal Programs and Activities
    • Acquisition of Property for Federal Needs
    • Native American Rights and Claims
    • Stewardship of Public Lands and Natural Resources

    DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION

    Duties of the paralegal include:

    • Administrative case preparation
    • Trial support
    • Cite checking
    • Legal research utilizing Lexis-Nexis, Westlaw, etc.
    • Freedom of Information requests

    The starting salary for a GS-7 (entry level for federal employees) is approximately $41,000. In addition to salary, the federal government offers a comprehensive benefits package and a transit subsidy for individuals who utilize public transportation. Benefits of federal position potentially include:

    • Loan Repayment Programs
    • Generous Vacation Time
    • Many Advancement Opportunities
    • Healthcare Benefits
    • Flexible Federal Work Schedule
    • Federal Hiring Preference in the Future

    The Division is conveniently located within walking distance of major museums, restaurants, sporting venues, and theaters. Interns who successfully complete the program will be eligible for a permanent position in ENRD

    HOW TO APPLY:

    To apply please visit following link: https://applicationmanager.gov. After establishing your userID and password, use 291592 as the Vacancy ID number, then follow the instructions to complete your application. The application process includes submitting a resume (be sure to include your GPA on your resume), an unofficial school transcript and completing an online questionnaire.

    APPLICATION DEADLINE:

    For early consideration please apply by December 31, 2009

    All other applicants may apply by January 31, 2010

    Intern Profile: Emma Moros ’11

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    Emma Moros '11

    Emma received funding through CSO for her unpaid summer internship at the Department of Education in Washington D.C.  A similar opportunity is now available with the same supervisor as a Winter Term internship, deadline October 9.  Read on to see if this is something that interests you, then apply directly on MOJO.

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